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Did you miss these 3 Miramar stories? Catch up on luxury living, schools & more

Catch up on three stories that have sparked conversation around Miramar.
Catch up on three stories that have sparked conversation around Miramar. mocner@miamiherald.com

Three recent stories about Miramar and Broward County covered several topics — ultra-luxury real estate, a school-tax referendum, and school district budget cuts and layoffs.

Here’s a rundown to catch up:

Miramar’s most expensive mansion sits on over 2 acres. Here’s what it’s worth

Miramar’s top-priced residential property is a 2.2-acre estate valued at about $5.2 million (or $5.8 million on Zillow), far above most homes in the city. It’s a massive 2019-built place with five bedrooms, eight bathrooms, and amenities like a pool and even a barn — and it may be used more as a photo venue than a primary home.

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Broward Schools approves tax referendum for November ballot. What voters should know

The Broward school board approved ballot language to ask voters to continue a 1-mill property tax through 2030, funding pay supplements, school safety, and mental-health services. Much of the debate was about wording — who exactly the money is for — after past controversy, with a workshop planned to dig into allocations if it passes.

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Broward Schools approves plan to eliminate up to 3,000 jobs. Here’s what to know

The school board directed the superintendent to develop a plan to cut up to 3,000 positions over three years as the district confronts a $90 million shortfall and long-term enrollment decline. Board members emphasized the reductions should largely hit non-instructional roles, with leaders saying savings could help stabilize finances and potentially improve teacher pay.

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This report was produced with the assistance of a proprietary tool powered by artificial intelligence and using our own originally reported, written and published content. It was reviewed and edited by our journalists.

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This story was originally published March 22, 2026 at 7:10 AM.